asked the Minister for Education whether the 25 per cent increase in Vote 28, subhead G of the 1989 Estimates indicates a change of policy in relation to child care assistant posts in special schools; if an improvement in such child care services can be expected; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Staffing of Special Schools.
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The increased provision in the Estimate is to fund the payment of increased salary rates for the child care assistants.
The post of child care assistant is still subject to Government directive on the filling of vacancies in the public service.